Devon Sawa makes his way back to The CW’s Nikita this Thursday at 9/8c, and the man behind onetime Division badass Owen tells me his triumphant return is a troubled one — for Michael (played by Shane West), at least. As an added bonus to this interview, remember the supersexy “Mikita” moment that closed last week’s episode? Well, I’ve got some exclusive pics.

But first, what Sawa has to say….

TVLINE | What brings Owen back into Nikita’s life?
The last time we saw Owen, he told Nikita (Maggie Q) that he was going to go off to London to get a head start on finding the next black box. But he’s been getting into some trouble. His mind has been clouding up, and he needs her help now.

TVLINE | [Nikita showrunner] Craig Silverstein tells me that there is some jealousy-tinged interaction once Michael realizes Owen has resurfaced.
It was so fun to do, that’s for sure. Owen and Michael had only had one scene before together, and it was at a distance. The fans are really going to like it this time because it’s very tense, but Owen does take a couple of jabs at Michael. Mikita fans are not going to like that too much.

TVLINE | Where do you think that tension comes from? Is it purely on Michael’s part? Or is there possibly something there between Owen and Nikita?
There might be a little bit of a spark between Nikita and Owen, though he did kill her fiancé Daniel. Plus, his head is really in another place right now. As far as Michael goes, I think there’s something deeper between the two [men]. Something must have happened in the past, and we just haven’t seen it yet. Maybe if I come back [again], we’ll get to explore it a bit.

TVLINE | Why do you think Nikita fans are so taken with Owen? After all, he is a bit of a thorn in Mikita’s side. Still, so many are always thrilled when you return.
I never knew that this part was going to go as far as it has. They originally wanted me for just two or three [episodes], and it’s now been four — and we’ll see if it goes further. When Craig sat down with me and explained the character, I knew that people were going to like him. He’s a badass action guy — a male Nikita — so I’m not too surprised he’s resonated with people.

TVLINE | If Nikita is renewed for a second season, would you want to return in a more permanent capacity?
Absolutely. I have so much fun when I do Nikita. It’s well written, and there’s not weak link in the chain as far as the actors go. It’d definitely be something I’d want to be a part of, full-time or part-time. I don’t know what my year has in front of me, but if Nikita comes a-knockin’, I’m definitely into it.

And now those exclusive Mikita pictures I promised. Enjoy, and don’t miss The CW’s Nikita Thursday at 9/8c:

LOVE this!! Huge Mikita fan!! BUT I LOVE Owen I think there are sparks between him and Nikita. :) Devon Sawa is amazing! Love watching him play Owen, he does an amazing job!! :) Hope to see more of him WHEN (I gotta think positive) Nikita is renewed for a second season.

Huge Mikita fan as well and I love Nikita and Owen’s friendship. But, I don’t necessarily see a ‘spark’ there per se. It’s more of an understanding in my opinion, because they understand what it’s like to lose someone you care about/love because of Division (Owen was responsible for Daniel’s death directly and Nikita inadvertently got Emily killed IMO).

Actually, I am torn. I love Nikita with Michael but I see some sparks with her and Owen. I wouldn’t be against a love triangle storyline. I think Owen is so great. I would be excited if he became a regular!

Huge Mikita fan as well and I enjoy Nikita and Owen’s friendship. But, I don’t necessarily see a ‘spark’ between them per se. I think it’s more of an understanding, because they know what it’s like to lose someone they care about/love due to Division (Owen was directly responsible for Daniel’s death and Nikita inadvertently got Emily killed).

I don’t necessarily think there’s a ‘spark’ between Owen and Nikita per se, but I do enjoy their friendship. I’m still not sold on him becoming a regular yet, though. I’ll have to wait and see how it plays out. For the most part, I enjoy his scenes. But, I have a very fickle opinion about Owen. Sometimes, I like him and sometimes I don’t. As far as Michael being jealous goes, I think it’s like Shane’s said before. That stems from the fact that it reminds him of what he and Nikita have lost, even though there’s nothing actually going on between Nikita and Owen. Jealous Michael will be EFFING HOT, though. I’m glad Devon brought up the fact that his character killed Daniel though, because that is the main reason I could never get behind a Nikita/Owen pairing under any circumstances. I love that he referred to Michael and Nikita as Mikita as well. LOL He’s such a secret Mikita shipper (he did tweet the link to the Mikita scene in Alexandra to Shane, saying ‘good job’ on the scene a few months back lol). ;) As for those Mikita pics, HOT HOT HOT!!!!

I love all the crazy romantic entanglements happening for Nikita! I only wish they’d find a way to throw Ryan Fletcher into the mix too. I love that hapless little do-gooder who’s almost as good as Nikita at getting into trouble. <3

I’m definitely a Mikita fan but like most users I like Owen too…just as long as he doesn’t come between my Michael/Nikita we will be o.k. ;). I also think after just losing his wife and being the one to kill Daniel it’s such a bad idea to ever go there JMO. Anyways can’t wait to see whats in store for this next episode! Love this show and hope it gets renewed.

If this show gets canceled and “90210” gets a renewal than there is something very wrong going on. It is the best show on this pathetic excuse for a network. Dawn Ostroff should have been kicked to the curb so very long ago.